Five figures carved in wood depict the struggles and strength of black men over more than 400 years of American history. Some bloodlines moved freely while others suffered chains or the in- dignity of being told to move to the back of every line. We must unravel and confront historical truths about inequality and racism.

Insistent, strongly targeted marketing images and catchy, convincing slogans. A three-panel collage juxtaposes woman’s century of struggle for equality against these calling cards of ad- vertising. Below the horizontal line lies the truth of her protests, and her victories over the decades. Above the line, the many lies and misrepresentations of the advertising industry. The final panel depicts where society is now, not knowing what is real and true.

Hidden in Plain Sight

AN ART EXHIBITION BY KELLY PARKS SNIDER

In this innovative and ambitious project, artist Kelly Parks Snider holds nothing back. Tackling an impressive range of subjects, she makes us confront reality in all its starkness through art and activism.